Research Fellow in Photonics/Optical Networking
Research Fellow in Photonics/Optical Networking
Trinity College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland
Post Summary
One Post Doctoral researcher position is available for work in the area of intelligent AI-driven physical layer optical communications networks. The work will involve the development of novel monitoring techniques (using both fibre sensing and coherent transceiver-based channel probing) and AI models of optical components and networks. The work will also include the experimental validation of the developed methods in the access and metro environment.
The applicants should have a solid theoretical and experimental background on physical layer optical networks and machine learning and be willing to engage in testbed-oriented research.
Standard Duties and Responsibilities of the Post
The primary focus of the Research Fellow will be to perform research on the SFI/Industry funded project as described above. However, the EPR’s activity will be broader and the EPR is also expected to:
- Conduct a specified programme of research under the supervision and direction of the Principal Investigator
- Engage in the dissemination of the results of the research in which they are engaged, as directed by, with the support of and under the supervision of the Principal Investigator. (Actively publish research findings in high impact journals and at key conferences as part of the research group effort to disseminate research outputs).
- Engage in the wider research and scholarly activities of the research group, School or University
- Interact closely with postgraduate research students associated with the same research group and possibly have an agreed role in supporting these students in their day-to-day research in conjunction with an academic supervisor.
- Take leadership and contribute to generation of papers, reports and other funding proposals.
- Carry out administrative work to support the program of research where required, including regular funding agency reports and internal reports etc.
- Carry out additional duties as may reasonably be required within the general scope and level of the post.
- Contribute to the financial management of a research project.
- Support collaboration with industry in areas relevant to the research group
- Liaise with different TCD units such as research project administration team and Finance in aspects related to the research activities performed.
- Engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities as required by the Principal Investigator, School or University, in order to develop research skills and competencies.
- Gain experience and contribute to grant writing with the support of and under the supervision of the Principal Investigator
- Acquire generic and transferable skills (including project management, business skills and postgraduate mentoring/supervision).
- Contribute to broader outreach and engagement activities such as organising technical meetings, outreach to schools and other interested parties etc.
Personal Specifications
Qualifications
The candidate must have a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Engineering or a related field. The post is applicable to both new or experienced PhD holders, and salary will be commensurate with experience and achievement. The successful candidate will join a team of highly skilled and innovative researchers in next generation optical and wireless networks.
Knowledge & Experience (Essential & Desirable)
- Excellent experimental skills with optical components, systems and test and measurement equipment.
- In-depth knowledge of optical fibre transmission and DSP related to coherent optical receivers.
- Working knowledge of machine learning theory and algorithms.
- Working knowledge of python programming language and Linux operating system.
- Knowledge of networking both at physical layer and protocols (layer2/layer3).
- A capability of working within a project team to achieve group-oriented results, in parallel to individual productivity and top-quality publications.
- Good communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
- Experience in presentations to international conferences are preferable.
- A commitment to gaining practical experience working on a research project.
- The ability to collaborate internationally.
- Strong self-motivation and willing to learn attitude.
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent experimental skills with optical components and test and measurement equipment.
- Evidence of accomplishment in research and development in the area of optical communications.
- A capability of working within a project team to achieve group-oriented results, in parallel to individual productivity and top-quality publications.
- Good communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
- A commitment to gaining practical experience working on a research project.
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